Hartford, CT encourages broader adoption of energy-saving practices with Energy Equity Challenge

Hartford, CT Energy Equity Challenge Broad Adoption Practice

In Progress

The initiative asks homeowners, landlords, and renters to sign a pledge to reduce energy usage. Utility partners provide free home energy audits and access to low-cost improvements like smart thermometers. The Energy Equity Challenge also connects participants with low-interest loans for solar panel installation. City officials pursued LED lighting upgrades and building weatherization as methods for reducing Hartford's energy consumption.

Equity Energy Solutions Citizen Engagement Resiliency

Hartford, CT

Municipality in Connecticut

United States

Attachments

Energy Equity Challenge Brochure

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2020 Mayors' Climate Protection Awards Summary

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Newsworthy

West Hartford, Hartford mayors receive national climate awards - Hartford Courant

The mayors of West Hartford and Hartford received recognition last week from the U.S. Conference of Mayors for local work geared toward reducing environmental impact with an eye toward climate protection

Project Succeeded

Hartford received a Large City Honorable Mention for its sustainability practices at the 2020 Mayors’ Climate Protection Awards.

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